Search Results: Titles starting with R from R. Siedlecki Vintage Books

Norfolk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 1993. [1993] This is the FULL GENUINE LEATHER, FINE BINDING hardcover- NOT the regular cloth/hardcover binding or the cheaper composite leather. Not a book club edition. Highly collectible, published by Easton Press. Deep maroon leather binding. Story introduced by John Updike, frontispiece/illustrated by Richard Sparks. Fine binding features beautiful gilt designs/gilt lettering, 307 pages. Sophisticated binding has four raised ridges on spine. Lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound book was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages are Smyth-sewn into binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Edges gilded on three sides to enhance the elegance of the book. Endpapers are beautiful satin moiré. Satin ribbon page marker bound in. Condition: Several scratches, ding to gilt on… Read More

Baton Rouge: Louisiana State University Press, 1975. [1975] First Edition, vintage hardcover and dustjacket. Condition of hardcover: A pressed-in portion of cloth on top cover (due to book pressed against another on shelf); light foxing effect on edges; else overall Near Fine. Free of the smell of smoke from a cigarette, cigar smoker, or fireplace. Book kept in temperature-controlled room. Dustjacket: A faint two words (can't decipher) stamped on front panel; portions rubbed, especially spine panel and foot of front panel; several small black marks on back panel; minor shelf wear (with light chips); light age darkening; else overall Very Good. Price intact on flap. Protected in Mylar cover. This is a fascinating story about Rachel O'Conner who lived on a plantation near Bayou Sara in Louisiana's West Feliciana Parish for nearly 50 years (1797-1846). It covers her day-to-day activities based on letters, her relationships with enslaved people and overseers, her failures with crops, as well… Read More

Harrisburg, PA: G. S. Peters, 1831. [1831] Hardcover, no dustjacket as issued. About: 2¾-inches wide x 5½-inches high, leather bound, gilt lettering and six horizontal gilt lines on spine, 144 pages. Condition of binding: Expected wear, abrasive marks, corners showing (and lightly bumped). Endpapers: Considerable writing and pencil calculations by previous owners; foxing, stains, age toning and soiling. Preliminaries: Writing, pencil notations by previous owners; short tears; old humidity/foxing/liquid stains; age toning. Text: Age toning; occasional pencil notations by previous owners; old humidity/foxing/liquid stains; wear to extremities. Text is still very readable. Overall, Fair condition. This is not a facsimile, print-on-demand book or modern reprint- this is the 1831 edition. Book features a variety of useful tables. For example, it shows the wholesale or retail value of any number of yards, pounds, bushels, or any other commodity, from one to 1000, at one quarter of a cent, and… Read More

New York: The Viking Press, 1945. [1945] HARDCOVER WITH SLIPCASE. This is the FIRST ILLUSTRATED U.S. EDITION WITH SLIPCASE, FIRST PUBLISHED IN 1945. Published the same day in Canada. Beautifully illustrated in watercolors by Wesley Dennis. Blue/tan illustrated hardcover, blue tint all edges, illustrated endpapers, 131 pages plus one page listing Steinbeck's books at end. This edition contains all four portions of the story - The Gift, The Great Mountains, The Promise, and The Leader of the People. Brown slipcase with full-color illustrated watercolor paper slip affixed to slipcase. Condition of hardcover: Small stain on verso of one illustration, else overall Fine. Text is clean, clear, and very readable. Illustrations are clean, clear, and vivid. Slipcase: Tiny rubbed mark below paper slip, minor wear at opening (from slipping book in and out), faint age toning at extremities, else overall Very Good Plus (from our experience, most slipcases for this book are cracked and torn, but this one is in… Read More

Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 1980. [1980] Hardcover. AUTHENTIC LEATHER FINE BINDING - NOT THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER, SIMULATED LEATHER, FACSIMILE, PRINT ON-DEMAND, OR THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING. Translated by C.K. Scott-Moncrieff. Introduction by Hamilton Basso. Illustrated by Rafaello Busoni. Deep red leather features lettering and design in 22kt gold leaf. All edges in beautiful gilt. Four raised ridges on back (spine), moiré fabric endpapers, archival-quality paper, Smyth-sewn pages (not glued), satin page marker, 450 pages. Condition: Book is Fine, new, in gift-giving condition. [Some books online have been read, but described as New. This book was never read.] Book kept in a temperature-controlled room; free of the smells of smoke from cigarettes or cigars. French author Stendhal (pseudonym of Marie-Henri Beyle) has written one of the most challenging, most original, and most complex stories of the 19th century. This novel, The Red and the Black, is about an assertive,… Read More

Franklin Center, PA: Franklin Library, 1981. [1981] Hardcover, 496 pages. THIS EDITION IS TRANSLATED by Charles Tergie; illustrations by Jean Paul Quint. THIS EDITION FEATURES beautiful green ¼ leather binding with border designs and lettering in gilt. Three raised ridges on spine. All edges in gilt. Endpapers feature wavey green and white design. The acid-free book paper is a special paper stock by Franklin Library, made to archival standards. Condition: Several scratches to gilt on fore-edge and bottom edge (due to shelving), else overall Near Fine condition. Free of smelly old humidity stains and the smoke smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. Stored in temperature-controlled bookcase by a book collector. Book never read. Franklin Library (a division of Franklin Mint), published collectible books of high-quality materials. Since the publisher ceased operations in 2000, all editions are considered out-of-print, many uncommon and highly collectible. The story is set in France during the period… Read More

Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 1996. [1996] Softcover, revised and updated, black and white plates/photos, 243 pages including Glossary, Bibliography, Sources for Additional Books on Reenactments, and more. Condition: minor faint rubbing to binding, else overall Fine, New, never read. In gift-giving condition. According to one consultant to Civil War Journal, "Recruits joining ranks of Civil War reenactors will find the author's book a useful introduction to the exciting and challenging field of living history. A remarkable, practical book - a reenactor's handbook for reliving the Civil War as it happened. Collectible book. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We will be pleased to serve you. We ship promptly. . Paperback. Fine.

New York: Simon & Shuster, 2008. [2008] FIRST EDITION HARDCOVER SIGNED IN FULL, "Jimmy Carter," on half title page. (Not inscribed to a person.) This is a rare signing, since former President Carter typically signs "J. Carter." As a result, this book has more value to collectors. Condition of book: Two tiny light bumps to corners of rear cover, else overall Near Fine condition. Book purchased by book collector but never read. Stored in temperature-controlled book cabinet, free of smelly humidity stains and the smell of a smoker. Dustjacket: tiny bump to one corner of rear panel along with minor soiling in same area, else over Near Fine. Price intact on flap. Dustjacket preserved in Mylar cover. President Carter's mother was a registered nurse, pecan grower, university house mother, Peace Corps volunteer, public speaker, and renowned raconteur. Miss Lillian ignored the mores and prejudices of the racially segregated South of the Great Depression years. Jimmy Carter's… Read More

General Headquarters: A.G. Printing Department, 1919. Corrected Copy, January 16, 1919 (originally published November 20, 1918). Pamphlet: Tan binding, 25 pages. Written by John J. Pershing, General, Commander in Chief, American Expeditionary Forces, to the Secretary of War. It addresses the organization and operations of the American Expeditionary Forces from May 26, 1917, until the signing of the armistice, November 11, 1918. Included is the separate folding map (very scarce), "The Meuse-Argonne Offensive: First, Second and Last Phases." In the pamphlet, Pershing comments that he and a selected small staff proceeded to Europe in order to become familiar with conditions, thus, the report, November 20, 1918 (later corrected and republished in 1919). Condition of pamphlet: Binding has short tears/chips to extremities, old liquid marks, a fold, considerable toning of paper. The toning extends to the blank page facing the rear cover. The pages have minor creases and faint age toning; however,… Read More

Norwalk, Conn.: The Easton Press, 1980. [1980] Hardcover. AUTHENTIC LEATHER FINE BINDING - NOT THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER, SIMULATED LEATHER, FACSIMILE, BOOK PRINTED ON-DEMAND, OR THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING. Translated out of the Greek by Benjamin Jowett with his introduction analyses and summary and with medallions cut on wood by Fritz Kredel. Deep brown leather featuring lettering and design in 22kt gold leaf. All edges in beautiful gilt. Four raised ridges on back (spine), moiré fabric endpapers, archival-quality paper, Smyth-sewn pages (not glued), satin page marker, 622 pages. Condition: A few rubbed marks on the edges (from shelving), else Fine, new, in gift-giving condition. [Some books online have been read, but they are described as New. This book was never read.] Book kept in a temperature-controlled room; free of the smells of smoke from cigarettes or cigars. The Greek thinker Plato wrote virtually all his philosophical works in the form of dialogs, with Socrates being… Read More

Greenville, SC: Southern Historical Press, Inc., 2001. [2001] Green hardcover, gilt lettering, 209 pages including comprehensive Index. Here are the Source Records from Pike County, Mississippi, 1798-1910, including Pension Records, Census, Early members of selected churches, Tax Lists, Marriage and Death Notices, and Obituaries. Excellent resource source for researchers, journalists, historians, and natives of Mississippi. Book belong to a historic researcher and scholar. Condition: Slight slant to book (from shelving), periodic sentences and paragraphs highlighted with highlighter pen, a coupled leaves dog-eared; book ISBN sticker on back cover, minor soiling to edges; else overall Near Fine. All text is clear and very readable. Free of the smoke smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. Stored in temperature-controlled bookcase. A very comprehensive book. Collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books… Read More

Franklin Center, Pennsylvania: The Franklin Library, 1980. [1980] ¾ Leather-Bound Brown Binding, decorative gilt including gilt on edges, two raised ridges on spine, acid-free paper stock made to archival standards. Illustrated. Book kept in temperature-controlled room. Free of the smell of cigarette or cigar smoke. Condition: Minor scrapes to gilt on edges from shelving; else overall Fine. Since the publisher ceased operations in 2000, all editions of the ¾-bound leather binding are considered out-of-print, many of the Franklin Library books are now uncommon and collectible. The novel is about Clym Yeobright who has returned to a barren moor in Wessex in southwestern England. He is to become a schoolmaster. This is a classic Thomas Hardy novel. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly… Read More

Norfolk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 1978. [1978] Green full leather hardcover featuring beautiful gilt designs/gilt lettering. THIS IS NOT THE TRADE EDITION, OR RECENT REPRINT - IT'S THE BEAUTIFUL, FULL LEATHER 1978 EDITION PUBLISHED BY THE EASTON PRESS. Frontispiece by John de Pol and woodcuts by Agnes Miller Parker, 416 pages. Sophisticated, fine binding has four raised ridges on spine. Lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound book was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages are Smyth-sewn into binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Edges gilded on three sides to enhance the elegance of the book. Endpapers are beautiful satin moiré. Satin ribbon page marker bound in. Condition: Bookplate on first pastedown endpaper, else Overall Fine. Book collector purchased for his collection, but never read the book.… Read More

Cleveland: Denise Knecht, Publisher , 1984. 1984. Paperback, (3¾-inches x 7-inches), 157 pages plus foldout map. Condition: Crease, minor wear and scuffs to binding; else overall book is Very Good Plus. No page tears or writing/notations in text. No bookplates or stickers. Text is clear and very readable. Fold-out map is in Fine condition. Not a former library book. Book stored in temperature-controlled room - no humidity stains or heavy damp smell, and no smoker's smell. This is an excellent guide to what Cleveland was like in the mid-1980s, much of information is still valid today. Great for research and nostalgia. Topics include business and industry, houses of worship, hotels, medical facilities, population chart, media, weather, getting around in town, things to see, museums and galleries, suggested tours, around the coast of Lake Erie, night life, shopping, food fare, a map of downtown and the Flats, and much more. Collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical… Read More

Philadelphia: The John C. Winston Co., 1894. [1894] Hardcover, illustrated binding, beautifully illustrated endpapers, frontispiece, black and white illustrations throughout, 217 pages with six pages of advertising for other juvenile books at end. THIS IS NOT A RECENT REPRINT. IT IS THE ACTUAL, SCARCE 1894 EDITION. Condition: Binding lightly age toned/faint soiling (darker at spine); light shelf wear including corners; spine lightly frayed at top/bottom. Edges lightly age toned. Internally: Small, insignificant tear to foot of first pastedown endpaper (not affecting the beautiful, full color pictorial endpapers); faint, old erased bookseller notes on back (recto) of frontispiece; else overall Very Good. Free of cracks and tear to binding. Free of bookplates, stickers, writing in text (so common in juvenile books), and torn pages. A wonderful, rough-and-tough juvenile story mostly for boys -- a great detective-oriented story (Detective Blowitz). The author, born in Geneva, Ashtabula County, OH, wrote… Read More

Norwalk, Conn: The Easton Press, 1979. FULL LEATHER BINDING, DEEP BLUE LEATHER, BEAUTIFUL GILT DESIGNS AND LETTERING, 269 pages. Illustrated by Lynd Ward, forward by Howard Fast. Four ridges (hubs) on spine. Lettering, designs stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold - a hallmark of fine bookmaking. This beautifully bound book was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Textured and shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages Smyth-sewn into binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Edges gilded on three sides to enhance elegance of the book. Endpapers are beautiful satin moiré, specially dyed for the publisher. Satin ribbon page marker bound in. Condition: New, never read. Crisp, Fine. Purchased by medical doctor for his collection --- kept in temperature-controlled bookcase. Free of smelly humidity stains or the smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. In gift-giving condition. Thomas Paine, a patriot and author during the Revolutionary War, wrote… Read More

Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 2002. [2002] HARDCOVER: THIS IS THE FULL LEATHER-BOUND HARDCOVER EDITION BY EASTON PRESS - NOT THE TRADE EDITION, FACSIMILE, OR A CHEAP REPRINT. Illustrated by George Ross. The genuine leather was hand selected from individually tanned hides. Sophisticated three raised ridges on spine, stamped with gorgeous accents of 22kt. gold --- a hallmark of fine bookmaking. Textured/shaded, acid-neutral paper won't turn yellow over time. Pages Smyth-sewn into the binding for permanence (not glued like ordinary books). Endpapers are satin moiré, specially dyed for the publisher. Edges gilded three sides to enhance the book's elegance. Satin ribbon page marker bound into book. Condition: Former owner's name/date on Easton Press bookplate on first pastedown endpaper; faint rubbed area on bottom gilded edge; else overall Near Fine. Free of tears/cracks to binding hinges and joints and page tears. Book never read. Stored in temperature controlled environment… Read More

New York: Minton, Balch & Company, 1931. 1931. FIRST EDITION in book form. Hardcover, dustjacket, 240 pages. Blue tint to top edge. Condition of hardcover: Creases to cloth on top cover; light bump/abrasion to spine; shelf wear/fraying to top extremity/spine (and tiny bump to extremity); minor soiling; shelf wear. Edges lightly age toned, foxed, rubbed. Internally: Except for several minor corner creases, pages are Very Good Plus. Clean and readable. Kept in temperature-controlled room. Overall: Good. Dustjacket: Price intact on flap. Lightly age toned/soiled; liquid stain to foot of spine panel/part of front and rear panels; abrasion-type tears to foot of rear panel; else overall Fair. Protected in Mylar cover. A wonderful book about African Americans in the South, written with rare intuition and sympathy by the author who understood them. The stories offer a remarkable insight into the strangely contrasted elements of tragedy and comedy in the souls of the Blacks, according to the publisher.… Read More

Richmond, Virginia: Garrett & Massie, Publishers, 1932. [1932] Hardcover; 42 numbered pages; two-page map as frontispiece; plus vintage foldout map of the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York (laid in book). Condition of hardcover binding: Wear, age toning, soiling (a few small stains to bottom of back cover), and rubbing. Light bumps to extremities, two corners bumped. Spine (paper) mostly cracked/torn. Minor cracking of hinges. Offsetting to free endpapers. Bump to top corner of text block. Pages are in very good condition with clear readable text and beautiful illustrations throughout. Free of old damp, musty smell or the smell of a smoker. Fold-out map (laid in) condition: One side has short tears/chips/curling of paper. Overall, creases from use; age toning. Virtually all of the map of old West Point is readable. Here is a wonderful, historical, uncommon book addressing Robert E. Lee at West Point. Very collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book… Read More

Old Tappan, New Jersey: Fleming H. Revell Company, 1980. [1980] FIRST EDITION hardcover and dustjacket. SIGNED BY CO-AUTHOR ["Best wishes, Linda Maddox"] and by FIRST LADY ROSALYNN CARTER [who also wrote the forward to the book]. Turquoise cover, black lettering, vintage photographs, 160 pages. Condition of hardcover: minor (faint) scuff mark on top cover, else overall Near Fine. Stored in temperature-controlled room - free of smelly old humidity stains and the smell of a smoker. Dustjacket: Very faint edge wear, else Near Fine. Price intact on flap. Nice collectible first edition biography of the former First Lady, and signed. Author Edna Lanford reveals a side of Rosalynn Carter never before captured by the media. Here are behind-the-scenes looks at Rosalynn Carter in a multitude of roles: as a mother and grandmother; as a diplomat on travels to Thailand and South America; as a humanitarian channeling her deepest concerns into practical solutions; as wife, confidante, and complement to the… Read More